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Daniel 12:8

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And I heard, but I understood not: then said I, O my Lord, what shall be the end of these things?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I heard everything that was said, but honestly? I was completely lost. So I asked, 'God, how is all of this actually going to end?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes we hear God's plans but still need to ask 'okay, but what does this actually mean for me?'

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Daniel, the prophet is living during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC and receiving divine visions about future events, including the end times and God's ultimate plan for His people. Daniel hears a revelation from an angelic figure but admits his confusion, seeking further explanation about the outcome of these prophecies. This moment highlights the mysterious nature of apocalyptic literature in the Bible, where God's messages often require faith and patience to comprehend.

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